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In the 90s, Israel transferred construction enforcement authority in Area B in the West Bank to the Palestinian Authority, which pledged not to build. Recently, settlers have called on the government to demolish buildings in violation of the agreement

Ireland said that by intervening in South Africa's case against Israel over its actions in Gaza, Ireland will be asking the International Court of Justice to 'broaden its interpretation of what constitutes the commission of genocide'

Groups behind survey 'puzzled' by finding, given that 84 percent of respondents also said they felt an 'emotional attachment' to Israel

Israeli defense minister: IDF forces continue to operate in demilitarized zone in Syria, targeting strategic weapons there; Egypt's Foreign Ministry condemned Israel's move into the area as 'further occupation of Syrian lands' ■ Qatari report: Hamas provided Egypt with initial list of hostages held in Gaza who could be released as part of a deal, which includes four U.S. citizens ■ IDF names four reservists who were killed in southern Lebanon and three soldiers who were killed in northern Gaza ■ Drone from Yemen struck an apartment building in central Israel, no casualties reported ■ Here's what you need to know 430 days into the war

  Negotiations for a new hostage deal between Israel and Hamas have reached an advanced stage, with both sides exchanging lists of names through mediators, according to Arab media reports. The proposed agreement could include the release of four American citizens held in Gaza who don't meet the humanitarian criteria of previous deals. Israeli sources […]

A powerful explosion was heard this morning (Monday) in a 15-story residential building in the city of Yavne in central Israel, followed by a fire breaking out on the penthouse floor. Thick smoke was seen rising from the building. According to the IDF, the explosion was caused by a drone that likely crossed into Israel […]

  The Saudi outlet al-Hadath quoted a security official claiming Israel has captured the Syrian part of Mount Hermon, the strategic mountain overlooking the Golan Heights, the Galilee, and the Damascus area. This is the first time Israel has been on that part of the mountain since the 1974 Disengagement of Forces agreement, which was […]

  Former President Donald Trump wrote in a social media post that Syrian President Bashar al-Assad "has fled his country," attributing this alleged development to a dramatic realignment of power in the Middle East and Russia's shifting military priorities. Trump asserted that Iran, a key Assad ally, is in a "weakened state because of Israel […]

Despite keeping a low profile, Thailand is using all the diplomatic means at its disposal to push for the release of eight Thai nationals still held hostage by Hamas. 'We talk to anyone who can help us,' says the Thai ambassador to Israel

Many South African Jews had hoped their new ruling coalition would adopt a more nuanced stance on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. However, except for a few subtle changes, they say its foreign policy has remained wholly hostile to Israel

Even if a hostage-release deal is reached in the coming days – something that no one should be holding their breath for – U.S. President-elect Donald Trump will have to vouch for it. The price Israel pays may not be to the liking of everyone in the 'resettle Gaza' camp

This week at Ben-Gurion Airport: A French woman who, after an initial culture shock, is envisioning her future in Israel, and an Israeli who found safety and tranquility in Cyprus

  International airlines continue to adjust their flight schedules to and from Israel as security concerns persist in the region. These cancellations persist during a period of heightened tensions, most recently the elimiation of Hamas Gaza leader Yahya Sinwar and Iranian attacks on Israel. Which other international airlines have canceled flights to Israel, and until […]

For small business owners, the Osek Za’ir is an opportunity to save time, reduce costs, and focus on contributing to Israel’s economy.

The army predicts that if these groups obtain the Syrian regime's advanced weaponry or chemical weapons, Israel will have to take action that will impact the entire Middle East

The IDF announced it was conducting airstrikes in Lebanon after Hezbollah claimed responsibility earlier Monday for mortar fire at northern Israel, which Netanyahu slammed as 'a serious violation of the cease-fire'

Israeli officials are also concerned that Iran will significantly assist Syria's Assad, both with personnel and arms ■ On Sunday, a Damascus-bound Iranian plane was turned around by Israel

Massad Boulos was widely viewed as the gatekeeper in Trump's orbit concerning Arab affairs, but it's unclear how his efforts to maintain calm between Israel and Lebanon will jibe with Trump's previously appointed special Mideast envoy Steven Witkoff – an unabashed Netanyahu fan

The National Security Council advised citizens to avoid posting about travel plans on social media, spending time at places identified with Israel or Judaism or displaying Israeli or Jewish symbols

In his first speech since the cease-fire with Israel, Hezbollah Secretary-General Nayim Qassem declared victory, asserting that Hezbollah had 'prevented Israel from weakening' the group and that 'the resistance remains operational, continuing to thwart Netanyahu's schemes'